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July 29, 2020 · 2,227 days ago
🌍 Environment
On July 29, 2020, the Trump administration signed an authorization allowing TransCanada Keystone Pipeline, L.P. to operate and maintain existing pipeline facilities at the international boundary between the United States and Canada. The action permits continued operation of pipeline infrastructure at the US-Canada border crossing. The direct effect was to enable ongoing crude oil transport across the US-Canada border through existing Keystone Pipeline facilities.
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July 24, 2020 · 2,232 days ago
🌐 Foreign Policy
President Trump signed Proclamation 10029 on July 24, 2020, establishing the Korean War Veterans Armistice Day to be observed annually on July 27. The proclamation designates a day for Americans to honor Korean War veterans and those who died in the conflict. The proclamation creates an annual observance but does not establish a federal holiday.
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July 23, 2020 · 2,233 days ago
🌐 Foreign Policy
On July 23, 2020, the Trump administration issued a notice continuing the national emergency with respect to Mali, originally declared in 2017. The continuation extended the emergency declaration, which authorizes the executive branch to take emergency actions related to the situation in Mali without standard congressional appropriations procedures. The direct impact on Americans includes potential deployment of military resources and authorization for emergency spending related to Mali operations without requiring separate congressional approval.
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July 22, 2020 · 2,234 days ago
🌐 Foreign Policy
On July 22, 2020, the Trump administration continued the national emergency declaration with respect to transnational criminal organizations, originally declared in 2011. The continuation extended the emergency powers and authorities related to addressing transnational criminal organizations. The confirmed effect was the continuation of emergency-related authorities that federal agencies use in their operations against designated transnational criminal organizations.
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July 18, 2020 · 2,238 days ago
✊ Civil Rights
President Trump signed Proclamation 10016 on July 18, 2020, following the death of Representative John Lewis. The proclamation directed that the flag of the United States be flown at half-staff on all federal buildings and grounds as a mark of respect. This is a ceremonial action with no direct operational impact on Americans beyond the symbolic display of flags at federal facilities.
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July 17, 2020 · 2,239 days ago
🌐 Foreign Policy
On July 17, 2020, the Trump administration issued Determination 2020-16622 continuing U.S. drug interdiction assistance to the Government of Colombia. The determination authorized ongoing military and law enforcement aid focused on counter-narcotics operations. The direct effect was the continuation of funding and operational support for Colombian drug enforcement efforts targeting narcotics trafficking to the United States.
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July 17, 2020 · 2,239 days ago
🌐 Foreign Policy
President Trump signed Proclamation 10035 on July 17, 2020, designating the week of July 19-25, 2020 as Captive Nations Week. The proclamation calls for recognizing nations under authoritarian control and reaffirming U.S. commitment to their freedom. The proclamation has no direct regulatory impact on Americans but establishes an official week of recognition.
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July 14, 2020 · 2,242 days ago
🌐 Foreign Policy
On July 14, 2020, President Trump signed Executive Order 13936 directing the Secretary of State to begin the process of eliminating Hong Kong's special trade status under U.S. law. The order suspended Hong Kong's preferential trade treatment, including exemptions from tariffs applied to mainland China. The direct effect was the application of higher tariffs to Hong Kong imports beginning September 25, 2020, increasing costs for U.S. importers and businesses sourcing goods from Hong Kong.
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July 9, 2020 · 2,247 days ago
💰 Economy
President Trump signed Executive Order 13935 on July 9, 2020, establishing the White House Hispanic Prosperity Initiative to coordinate federal policy on Hispanic American economic advancement. The order directed federal agencies to develop programs and policies focused on Hispanic business development, workforce training, and educational opportunities. The confirmed direct impact includes the creation of an interagency task force and requirement that federal agencies report on initiatives affecting Hispanic American economic outcomes.
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July 7, 2020 · 2,249 days ago
🌐 Foreign Policy
On July 7, 2020, President Trump signed a memorandum delegating authority under the Better Utilization of Investments Leading to Development (BUILD) Act of 2018. The memorandum transferred decision-making power over development financing and investment decisions to the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC). This expanded the DFC's operational authority to approve and execute development projects without certain prior consultations or restrictions.